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AV SURROUND RECEIVER
RÉCEPTEUR AUDIO-VIDÉO
AVR-1905/785
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODE D’EMPLOI
FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE 2 ~ PAGE 70, 138 ~ 142 POUR LES LECTEURS FRANCAIS PAGE 2, 71 ~ PAGE 142
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ENGLISH FRANCAIS 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FCC INFORMATION (For US customers) 1. PRODUCT This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject CAUTION to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received, DO NOT OPEN including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions 13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed should be read before the product is operated. so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to 2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where should be retained for future reference. they exit from
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ENGLISH 2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-1905/785 Digital A / V Surround Receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceedi
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ENGLISH 1 BEFORE USING Pay attention to the following before using this unit: • Moving the set • Note that the illustrations in this instructions may differ from To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the connection cords, the actual set for explanation purposes. always unplug the power cord and disconnect the connection cords • V. AUX terminal between all other audio components when moving the set. The AVR-1905/785’s front • Before turning the power switch on panel is equipped with a V.
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ENGLISH 4 FEATURES 1. Dolby Digital 8. Future Sound Format Upgrade Capability via Eight Channel Using advanced digital processing algorithms, Dolby Digital Outputs provides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range, high fidelity surround For future multi-channel audio format(s), the AVR-1905/785 is sound. Dolby Digital is the default digital audio delivery system for provided with 5.1 channel (five main channels, plus one low DVD and North American DTV. frequency effects channel) inputs, along with a fu
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ENGLISH 5 CONNECTIONS •Do not plug in the AC cord until all connections have been • Note that binding pin plug cords together with AC cords or placing completed. them near a power transformer will result in generating hum or • Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with other noise. left, right with right). •Noise or humming may be generated if a connected audio • Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections will result in the equipment is used independently without t
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ENGLISH Connecting video components •To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 Ω/ohms video signal cable cord. Using an improper cable can result in a drop in video quality. • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. • The AVR-1905/785 is equipped with a function for up-converting video signals. • The signal connected to the video signal terminal is output to the S-Video and component video monitor out terminals. • The REC OUT terminals hav
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ENGLISH Connecting the video components equipped with S-Video jacks • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. • A note on the S input jacks The input selectors for the S inputs and Video inputs work in conjunction with each other. • The AVR-1905/785 is equipped with a function for converting video signals. • The signal connected to the S-Video signal terminal is output to the composite video and component video monitor out terminals. • The REC O
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ENGLISH R R B B Connecting the Video Component Equipped with Color Difference (Component - Y, P /C , P /C ) Video Jacks • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. • The signals input to the color difference (component) video jacks are not outputs to the VIDEO output jack (yellow) or the S-Video output jack. • Some video sources with component video outputs are labeled Y, CB, CR or Y, Pb, Pr or Y, R-Y, B-Y. These terms all refer to component vide
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ENGLISH Connecting the antenna terminals DIRECTION OF BROADCASTING STATION FM INDOOR ANTENNA FM ANTENNA (An Accessory) 75 Ω/ohms COAXIAL CABLE AM OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUND AM LOOP ANTENNA (An Accessory) An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly. AM loop antenna assembly Connection of AM antennas 1. Push the lever. 2. Insert the 3. Return the lever. Connect to the AM conductor. antenna terminals. 1 2 3 Remove the vinyl tie Bend in the reverse and take out the direction. connecti
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ENGLISH Connecting the external input (EXT. IN) jacks • These jacks are for inputting multi-channel audio signals from an outboard decoder, or a component with a different type of multi-channel decoder, such as a DVD Audio player, a multi-channel SACD player, or other future multi-channel sound format decoder. • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. R L R L Decoder with 6-channel For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN)
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ENGLISH Connecting the MULTI ZONE jacks For instructions on operations using the MULTI ZONE FUNCTIONS. (See page 42 ~ 44) [1] ZONE 2 FIXED OUT CONNECTIONS • If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 Fixed-out (variable/fixed level) jacks can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 the same time. (See page 44) Extension jacks for future use. R L ZONE2 RC-616 INFRARED RETRANSMITTER RC-617 INFRARED Integrated pre-main amplifier SENSOR INPUT OUTPUT B + + AUX OUT
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ENGLISH Speaker system connections • Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that Speaker Impedance like polarities are matched (≈ with ≈ , √ with √). Mismatching of • When speaker systems A and B are use separately, speakers with polarities will result in weak central sound, unclear orientation of an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for use as front the various instruments, and the sense of direction of the stereo speakers. being impaired. • Be careful when using
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ENGLISH Connections • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. Connection jack for subwoofer with built-in amplifier (super woofer), etc. SURROUND BACK/MULTI ZONE SPEAKER SYSTEMS NOTES: •To use Surround back with one speaker, connect the speaker to SURR. BACK L CH. • The settings must be changed to use this speaker for ZONE2. ( ) ( ) See page 29. L R ( ) ( ) ( ) ( ) L R L R ( ) ( ) L R FRONT SPEAKER FRONT SPEAKER CENTER SPEAKER SURROUND SPEAKE
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ENGLISH 6 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Front Panel • For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ). #4#3 #2 #1 #0@9 @8 @7 @6 @5 @4@3 @2 @1 @0 r u o !1 !3 qwei ty !0 !2 !4 !5 !6!7 !8 !9 Power ON/STANDBY switch .......................................(21, 36, 58) SELECT knob ...............................................................(38, 48, 56) q !8 Power indicator ..................................................................(21, 36) TONE DEFEAT butt
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ENGLISH Remote control unit • For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ). Remote control signal LED (indicator) .............................(32, 35) transmitter .........................................(18) POWER buttons..............(21, 32~34, 36) ZONE2 buttons ..................................(44) MAIN buttons ....................................(44) SURROUND buttons .............(38, 45, 55) Input source selector buttons ....................
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ENGLISH 7 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Following the procedure outlined below, insert the batteries before using the remote control unit. Range of operation of the remote control unit Point the remote control unit at the remote control sensor as shown on the diagram at the left. NOTES: • The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance of approximately 23 feet/7 meters, but this distance will shorten or operation will become difficult if there are obstacles between the remote contro
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ENGLISH 8 SETTING UP THE SYSTEM • Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 7 to 15), make the various settings described below on the monitor screen using the AVR-1905/785’s on-screen display function. These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the AVR-1905/785. Use the following buttons to set up the system Set the slide switch to “AUDIO”. 1 Use the following buttons to set up the system:
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ENGLISH System setup Default settings A1 ~ A8 87.5 / 89.1 / 98.1 / 107.9 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 MHz B1 ~ B8 520 / 600 / 1000 / 1400 / 1500 / 1710 kHz, 90.1 / 90.1 MHz C1 ~ C8 90.1 MHz Auto Tuner FM stations are received automatically and stored in the memory. D1 ~ D8 90.1 MHz Presets E1 ~ E8 90.1 MHz F1 ~ F8 90.1 MHz G1 ~ G8 90.1 MHz NOTES: • The on-screen display signals are output with priority to the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack during playback of a video component. For example, if the TV mo
